Post-Secondary Options: What are you Graduating to?

Post-Secondary Options: What are you Graduating to?

SAVE THE DATE!

October 21, 2015

• POST-SECONDARY FAIR

• LHS Commons/Cafeteria

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Bring your parents/guardians

• Meet and greet with reps from around the country

• UW Bothell• Air Force ROTC• Western WA

University• Renton Police

Department• Pacific Lutheran

University• Renton Technical

College• Grand Canyon

University• Seattle Film Institute• AND MUCH MORE!

October 21, 2015

• MONEY MAZE• LHS Auditorium• 7:00 PM – 9:00

PM• Understanding

College Financial Aid

• Bring your parents/guardians

November 17, 2015

• COLLEGE APLICAITON WORKSHOP

• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (drop in anytime)

• WHO: Seniors • PLACE: Library &

Library Pit• PURPOSE: Begin, edit,

finish college applications and college essays. Bring drafts and questions. 

• VOLUNTEERS: UW's Dream Project, RSD staff and more!

• FOOD: Light dinner will be provided 

January 12, 2016

• FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP

• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (drop in anytime)

• WHO: Seniors & Parents/Guardians

• PLACE: Library & Library Pit

• PURPOSE: Begin, edit and submit the FAFSA or WASFA. Bring financial aid questions. 

• TO BRING: Parents'/Guardians' Taxes, Student Taxes (if applicable), Parents'/Guardians' Income Statements, Memorize own and parents'/guardians' SSN, etc. 

• VOLUNTEERS: UW's Dream Project, RSD staff and more!

• FOOD: Light dinner will be provided 

Post-Secondary Options

TRADES / APPRENTICESHI

PS

FOUR-YEAR PRIVATE

UNIVERSITIES

FOUR-YEAR PUBLIC

UNIVERSITIES

COMMUNITY COLLEGES

VOCATIONAL / TRAINING

SCHOOLS (FOR PROFIT)

MILITARY BRANCHES

WATCH ME: VIDEO: http://www.ownyourownfuture.com/10th/find/video-hub/choosing-your-own-path/related/different-types-of-postsecondary-education/

Four-Year Private Universities

▪ Offer BA degrees (MA, PhD or Professional degrees)

▪ Broader curriculum than a two-year college

▪ Funded by private donations, tuition and other fees

▪ May offer better financial aid options that Four-year Public Universities– May be religiously affiliated

SU

SPU

PLU

Four-Year Public Universities

▪ Offer BA degrees (MA, PhD or Professional degrees)

▪ Broader curriculum than a two-year college

▪ Funded by the state

▪ Limited financial aid

▪ Cheaper than four-year private universities

▪ Offer cheaper prices to residents only U

W

WW

UW

SU

Community Colleges

▪ Usually two years

▪ Associates Degree

▪ Cheaper

▪ Offer specialized job training in certain areas, much like vocational schools

▪ Examples:– South Seattle Community

College– Tacoma Community College– Highline College

Vocational Training Schools

▪ Privately Owned

▪ AA degree

▪ Credits not likely to transfer

▪ Wide variety of training options

▪ Medical assistance, office administration, computer technology

▪ Open admission = admit all students wanting to attend

▪ Take up to 5-12 months to 3 years to complete

▪ For-Profit colleges list: http://www.collegesimply.com/colleges/washington/for-profit-colleges/#.VC7kvvldV8E

Play It Safe! – Apply to

One to two Reach Schools• Example: Yale University• Example: Brown University

Two to four Good Match Schools• Example: Seattle Pacific University • Example: Western WA University

One to two Safety Schools• Example: Bellevue College• Example: Highline College

WATCH ME: VIDEO: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/applying-101/how-to-finalize-your-college-list-admissions-college-application

Early Decision vs. Early Action

Early Decision (ED)▪ Apply early (usually in November) to

first-choice college.▪ Receive an admission decision from

the college well in advance of the usual notification date (usually by December).

▪ Agree to attend the college if accepted and offered a financial aid package that is considered adequate by the family.

▪ Apply to only one college early decision.

▪ Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans.

▪ Withdraw all other applications if accepted by ED.

▪ Send a nonrefundable deposit well in advance of May 1.

Early Action (EA)▪ Apply early.

▪ Receive an admission decision early in the admission cycle (usually in January or February).

▪ Consider acceptance offer; do not have to commit upon receipt.

▪ Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans.

▪ Give the college a decision no later than

the May 1 national response date.

Trades/Apprenticeships

▪ A combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person or trade professional

▪ Some Requirements:– Good work ethic– Some Experience– Commitment– Physical Strength and Endurance– GED or High School Diploma– Drug Free– Good basic math skills– Good basic knowledge of hand and

power tools– WA State Drivers License and good

driving record

WATCH ME: VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx919H13dIE

Military Branches

▪ The military can offer a diverse and challenging set of experiences and skill development, with travel opportunities and even help pay for part of your education. In order to join the military, you need to not only be physically fit, but having good grades and strength in math, engineering, science and foreign languages can help you move up more quickly.

▪ First and foremost, joining the military means committing to serving and protecting the country. It is important to do research and speak to current or former service members about their experiences to find out if it is right for you. Find out what is available in your area by talking to your school counselor, or doing research online.

Military Branches:

▪ Air Force

▪ Army

▪ Marine Corps

▪ Coast Guard

▪ Navy

http://www.military.com/join-armed-forces/us-military-overview.html

The DO’s

• Talk with admission counselors/employers/military recruiters

• Visit the campus

• Attend Career Center fieldtrips

• Virtual tour

• Compare and contrast

Be honest with yourself – do you see yourself attending this school/apprenticeship/military?

• Private/Public/Apprenticeship/Military,

• Size,• Location,• Major,• Culture, etc.

Make A List

The DON’Ts

▪ Don't apply/attend because mom & dad want you to

▪ Don't attend because your best friend is attending the same school/organization

▪ Don't attend because the school has great parties/beaches

▪ Don't wait until the last minute

▪Don't panic!

Do the Research!!!

Ms. Pencheva’s website:–CHECK ME OUT: http://staff.rentonschools.us/lhs/career-center

▪ Career Center Website: http://www.rentonschools.us/domain/422

▪ College Board– https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/?navid=gh-cp – https://

bigfuture.collegeboard.org/explore-careers/careers/exploring-careers-step-by-step

▪ Career Cruising– http://public.careercruising.com/us/en

▪ Apprenticeships– http://www.lni.wa.gov/tradeslicensing/apprenticeship/programs/

▪ Military– http://www.military.com/join-armed-forces

Handouts

▪ College Planning Resource Guide

▪ Senior Survival Guide

▪ Junior Handbook

SAVE THE DATE!

October 21, 2015

• POST-SECONDARY FAIR

• LHS Commons/Cafeteria

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Bring your parents/guardians

• Meet and greet with reps from around the country

• UW Bothell• Air Force ROTC• Western WA

University• Renton Police

Department• Pacific Lutheran

University• Renton Technical

College• Grand Canyon

University• Seattle Film Institute• AND MUCH MORE!

October 21, 2015

• MONEY MAZE• LHS Auditorium• 7:00 PM – 9:00

PM• Understanding

College Financial Aid

• Bring your parents/guardians

November 17, 2015

• COLLEGE APLICAITON WORKSHOP

• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (drop in anytime)

• WHO: Seniors • PLACE: Library &

Library Pit• PURPOSE: Begin, edit,

finish college applications and college essays. Bring drafts and questions. 

• VOLUNTEERS: UW's Dream Project, RSD staff and more!

• FOOD: Light dinner will be provided 

January 12, 2016

• FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP

• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (drop in anytime)

• WHO: Seniors & Parents/Guardians

• PLACE: Library & Library Pit

• PURPOSE: Begin, edit and submit the FAFSA or WASFA. Bring financial aid questions. 

• TO BRING: Parents'/Guardians' Taxes, Student Taxes (if applicable), Parents'/Guardians' Income Statements, Memorize own and parents'/guardians' SSN, etc. 

• VOLUNTEERS: UW's Dream Project, RSD staff and more!

• FOOD: Light dinner will be provided 

QUESTIONS?

SEE MS. PENCHEVA @ THE CAREER CENTER